Chapter 229



Allen's eyes narrowed, yet his smile remained, shifting into a more playful and teasing expression.

It seemed like he was mulling over something.

I didn't bother guessing his thoughts and went straight to the point, "If it's too much trouble for Mr. Clark, then never mind."

"Heh," he chuckled dryly, "What trouble? It's not just something you're asking for; even if you wanted me myself, I'd be more than happy to oblige."

His words were a bit forward.

However, before I could respond, Jefferson at our side coughed lightly as a reminder.

“Haha,” Allen let out a roguish laugh, then gestured for me to take the lead, “Ladies first.”

I wasn't interested in bantering with him. Since he let me start, I decided to end it quickly.

So, I took the cue in hand and cleared the table without giving him a chance.

Allen didn't show any sign of distress over losing in one round. He even led a round of applause, "You really are Jefferson's friend, quite the player."

loss, but you've got to let your brother show his skills, right?" Allen said, signaling

table swiftly, no wonder he had been a champion; the whole process took

skimp on my applause,

still won. So, tell me, what do you want me

breath, "I'd like to meet Mr.

to the point: "I have an item that I

"Oh, is it some kind

didn't specify

the sharp one,

After a

he said, "Alright, I

paused, his gaze shifting from Jefferson to me, "My father's health isn't so good;

he took me

it was a trap.

"If that's the case, then let's

wasn't afraid of

up till

I had piqued

He really wanted to

I wanted his father

taken aback by my refusal to

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